Himalayan Lakes & Highland Desert Trek
Immerse yourself in technicolor mountains, green meadows, clear skies, and the beauty of sparkling high-altitude lakes in Spiti
A trekker’s paradise, Spiti Valley is home to some of the most stunning landscapes & surreal high-altitude lakes. Come join us for a spellbinding adventure into bronze folds, green meadows, stark blue skies, and magical moonscapes!
- Camping in the wilderness under a zillion stars
- Crystral clear turquoise waters of high-altitude lakes – Dhankhar Lake above the graphic Dhankhar Village, Nako Lake in Kinnaur, and ChandraTal the moon lake.
- Hikes into the spectacular Trans-Himalayan Deserts
- Discover a wide array of medicinal plants and wild flowers on your trails
- Trek in the Kibber Widllife Sanctuary – home to Spiti’s unique wildlife, the Snow Leopard, Himalayan Wolf, Red Fox and the Blue Sheep. The sightings of the latter two are highly probable.
- Elements of Spiti’s rich culture through visits to ancient monasteries over 1000 years old
- Homestay accommodations where one can savor the local cuisine and interact meaningfully with the locals
Shimla – Kalpa – Nako – Tabo – Kaza - Dhankhar – Demul – Trek & Camp (3 days & 2 nights) – Komic – Hikkim – Langza – Kaza – Kee – Chandratal – Manali
Program
Day 1Shimla - Kalpa
- The lush apple growing belt of Himachal Pradesh.
- The splendid Satluj River Valley which originates in Tibet.
- Breathtaking views of the Kinner Kailash Range at the quaint village of Kalpa.
Day 2Kalpa - Nako - Tabo - Kaza
- Transition from lush greens to stark cold desert landscapes.
- Khab – the spectacular confluence of the Sutluj and Spiti rivers.
- The pristine Nako Lake.
- Thrilling drives along roads carved out of rocks – commonly known as one of the World’s Most Dangerous Roads.
- Tabo and its over 1000-year-old monastery – popularly referred to as the Ajanta of the Himalayas.
Day 3Kaza - Dhankar - Demul
- Dhankar – the erstwhile capital of Spiti.
- Hike to the scenic Dhankar Lake.
- Travel back in time at the ancient Dhankar Monastery & Fort.
- Scenic Demul Village – Spiti’s model sustainable village, also famous for its Arak (local brew) and Folk performances.
- Get a taste of the best Arak in Spiti.
Day 4Demul - Camp 1
- Trek into the breathtaking vastness of the Trans-Himalayas.
- Walk through rolling meadows with Yaks and Blue Sheep for company.
Day 5Camp 1 - Camp 2
- Unforgettable hikes along high-altitude meadows against the backdrop of the spectacular snow-capped Pasham Range.
- Probable sightings of Blue Sheep and Red Fox, pugmarks of the Snow Leopard and Himalayan Wolf if lucky!
Day 6Camp 2 - Komic - Hikkim - Langza - Kaza
- Komic – the World’s Highest Village and the ancient Komic Monastery.
- Hikkim, the World’s Highest Post Office – send postcards to your loved ones back home.
- Picture perfect Langza Village – famous for its Buddha Statute and mud craft.
Day 7Kaza - Kee - Kibber - Chicham - Chandratal
- A stop at the beautiful Kee Monastery.
- Drive over the Chicham Bridge – highest bridge in Asia.
- Cross the spectacular Kunzum Pass (4551mt/14931ft) and visit the Buddhist shrine.
- The picturesque Chandratal – Lake of the Moon Goddess.
Day 8Chandratal - Manali
- Drive along the beautiful Chandra River Valley.
- Drive through the famous Atal tunnel that divides Kullu from the Lahaul Valley and experience the contrast from desert.
- Landscapes to the lush green of the Himalayas.
- All accommodation Day 1 to Day 7 on a sharing basis (double/ triple)
- Meals: B’fast & Dinner – Day 1 Dinner to Day 8 B’fast, Lunch – Day 4 to Day 6
- Local Guide Day 3 to Day 6
- Transfers Day 1 to Day 8
- Support staff, donkeys, trekking equipment
- Monastery fees while in Spiti
- First aid kit
- GST @ 5%
- Mineral water and beverages (other than those provided)
- Tips & Insurance
- Inner Line Permit (For Foreign Nationals only)
- Expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances, road blocks or medical emergencies
- Add on Experiences entail an additional charge
- Pick & Drop to Delhi or Chandigarh (this can be included at an additional cost)
Add Day Trips
Short but culturally-vibrant experiences that are windows to Spitian life.
Enjoy these experiences as stand-alone programs or add them onto an existing Ecosphere trip.
Cook Like as Local
- January To December
- 1 to 2 Hours
- 600 pp
Folk Expressions
- May to October
- 1 to 2 Hours
- 10000
Bhuchen Performance
- May to October
- 1 to 2 Hours
- 15000
Throw a Pot!
- May to October
- 1 Hour
- 600 pp
Mountain Biking
- May to October
- 1 Day
- 1500 pp
Yak-Back Safari
- May to October
- 2 to 5 Hours
- 2000 pp (min 2 yaks)
Spin Yak Rope
- January to December
- 30 Mins to 1 Hour
- 600 pp
Say Yak Cheese!
- May to October
- 30 Mins to 1 Hour
- 600 pp
Session with Amchi
- May to October
- 30 Mins to 1 Hour
- 600 pp
Nun for a Day
- May to October
- 1 Day
- 2500 pp
Why Travel with Us?
WE ARE LOCAL
Experience the Himalayas with Those Who Know Them Best. With us you will experience the region like an insider.
GOOD KARMA
What you pay for your trip goes directly towards funding several community initiatives from Healthcare to building Climate Resilience.
YOUR IN SAFE HANDS
Your safety is our utmost priority. We ensure our trips and staff follow the highest safety standards and protocols. In case of an emergency, air ambulance services are just a call away.
CLIMATE POSITIVE TRIP
Traveling with us means you leave a Negative Carbon Footprint – all your carbon emissions + more is offset by our award winning solar projects. You’re not just reducing your environmental impact—you’re actively making a positive difference for the planet.
AWARDED & FEATURED
Internationally recognized as a leader in responsible travel and recommended by leading travel guides, magazines and blogs.
Dont just take our word for it!
The experience with ‘Spiti Ecosphere’ was one of its kind, as it not only provided my wife and me with an experience of a lifetime, but also opened our minds to the hidden world of Spiti. Ecosphere ensured that it was a safe, clean, scenic and educative journey for us. Most importantly, it was humbling to see how Spiti Ecosphere, especially Ishita has changed the lives of the people of Spiti, by the untiring energy, that Ecosphere dedicates for the better upliftment of the local people. I would sincerely advise anyone to only use Spiti Ecosphere, if one plans Spiti as their destination.
A genuine responsible travel agency led by warm and sincere people. If you are looking for a real experience of Spiti in a way that supports the locals and protects their environment, Ecosphere must be your choice.
Spiti has left an unimaginable impressions on our minds and souls. Kudos to Ecosphere for organizing a very memorable trip and introducing us to the wonderful world of spiti with its magnificent peaks.A big thank you and warm hugs to the entire team of Ecosphere for doing such wonderful projects.!! Hoping to be back in spiti very soon. Once again thank you team Ecosphere for making our holidays so memorable and taking care of us like a family. Took care of us like family.
Spiti with Ecosphere was a life changing experience for me. I grew up as a person while 'living like a local' in this wonderland. Understanding the local way of life, its merits, its struggle and its sanctity had a profound effect on me. I've never traveled with an itinerary, so I was apprehensive doing the same here, but Ecosphere has done a wonderful job, not only in managing this programme for us but good work done by this organization is visible everywhere which somehow makes me feel extremely proud that I was tiny part of their efforts to do something good for real and not just for show. This was travelling redefined for me and I looking forward to be a part of the good work again, for sure.
This was the most rewarding experience of my life. . Spiti Ecosphere gave me an amazing volunteering opportunity that allowed me to help build a greenhouse in a small village in Spiti Valley, a mountain desert where nothing grows. I signed up for Ecosphere’s 2-week voluntourism program that combines volunteer work with the opportunity to explore the beauty of the valley without the negative side effects of commercial tourism. . What Ishita and Ecosphere are doing in Spiti is remarkable. Ecosphere is helping local communities create sustainable means of living through its many projects, volunteerism being just one of them.
Spiti with Ecosphere was a life changing experience for me. I grew up as a person while 'living like a local' in this wonderland. Understanding the local way of life, its merits, its struggle and its sanctity had a profound effect on me. I've never traveled with an itinerary, so I was apprehensive doing the same here, but Ecosphere has done a wonderful job, not only in managing this programme for us but good work done by this organization is visible everywhere which somehow makes me feel extremely proud that I was tiny part of their efforts to do something good for real and not just for show. This was travelling redefined for me and I looking forward to be a part of the good work again, for sure.
Outlook
World Travel and Tourism Council
Virgin Holidays & Responsible Travel
Wild Asia
Travel+Leisure
The Ashden Awards For Sustainable Energy
The Sierra Club
L’Oréal Paris
CNN IBN & Reliance Foundation
CNN-IBN
The IIPTI Global Awards
Economic Times
